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Average rent in Fayetteville, AR

$1,513/mo Fayetteville, AR average rental price, July 2023

The average monthly rent of apartments in Fayetteville, AR is $1,513.

Fayetteville, AR apartment rent ranges

About 22% of apartment rents in Fayetteville, AR range between $1,001-$1,500. Meanwhile, apartments priced over $1,501-$2,000 represent 22% of apartments. Around 22% of Fayetteville’s apartments are in the $701-$1,000 price range. 14% of apartments are priced between $501-$700.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,726, the average rent in Fayetteville, AR is $1,513.

Getting around in Fayetteville, AR

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Very Walkable

67 /100

Bikeable

Walk Score®: 87, Bike Score®: 67

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Fayetteville, AR last updated?

Prices and availability in Fayetteville, AR were last updated on 23 Sep 2023.

What are the best apartments in Fayetteville, AR?

The best apartments in Fayetteville, AR are: Vantage Center North, The Fairways at Fayetteville, Lakeside Village I/II, The Trails at Paradise Valley and The Links at Fayetteville.

What is the average rent in Fayetteville, AR?

The average rent in Fayetteville, AR is $1,513. Start your search for apartments in Fayetteville, AR now.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Fayetteville, AR?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Fayetteville, AR is between $605 and $2,040. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Fayetteville, AR now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Fayetteville, AR?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Fayetteville, AR is between $605 and $2,871. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Fayetteville, AR.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Fayetteville, AR?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Fayetteville, AR is between $1,050 and $2,324. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Fayetteville, AR.

What type of rental buildings are in Fayetteville, AR?

In Fayetteville 60% of the housing is rented out compared to 40% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 7% of Fayetteville’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 66% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 26% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Fayetteville, AR?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Fayetteville are about 20 years old, on average. Of these, 67% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 4 stories. About 94% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 26% are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Fayetteville, AR?

Rental apartments in Fayetteville come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 2% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 24% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 43% of all rentals in Fayetteville. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

Fayetteville, AR in the news

America’s Hottest Rental Markets at the Start of 2023: North Jersey Overtakes Miami as Competition Builds Up in the Northeast

Fayetteville, AR, (RCI score 125) is another college town right in the heart of Walmart country. With an impressive 77.5% of renters staying put and just a handful of apartments recently built, this sought-after renting spot has an occupancy rate of 97.6%. Under these extremely tight market conditions, vacant apartments get filled at lightning speed (15 days, on average), with 14 would-be renters applying for each available unit.

America’s Hottest Rental Markets at the Start of 2023: North Jersey Overtakes Miami as Competition Builds Up in the Northeast

Fayetteville, AR, emerged as the second hottest small-size rental market at the start of 2023, boasting a Rental Competitivity Index (RCI) score of 125. With an impressive 77.5% of renters staying put and just a handful of apartments recently built, this sought-after renting spot has an occupancy rate of 97.6%. Under these extremely tight market conditions, vacant apartments get filled at lightning speed (15 days, on average), with 14 would-be renters applying for each available unit.

The Most Competitive Rental Markets in 2022: Miami Is Red Hot, While Competition in the Northeast Intensifies

Southern markets are also in very high demand when it comes to renting in metro areas that have less than 20,000 rental apartments. To that extent, the under-supplied Fayetteville, AR is the most competitive small market. Fueled by Walmart’s huge footprint in northwest Arkansas, the city has seen a job boom during the past several years, but the growing number of renters have extremely limited options to choose from. In addition, almost 80% of the renters who were lucky enough to secure an apartment in the past decided not to move in the first part of the year. As a result, Fayetteville apartments get snatched in two weeks, with no less than 22 people competing for a rental here.

Living in Fayetteville, AR

Nestled along the Ozark Mountains, Fayetteville is a small city often ranked as one of the best places to live and rent in the U.S. As home to the renowned University of Arkansas, Fayetteville offers plenty of work, education, and recreation opportunities for renters and residents. Fayetteville is also home to a thriving arts scene with numerous concert venues, theatres, and galleries, as well as an extensive regional park system that includes hiking trails, waterways, and open green spaces. Renters will experience a moderate climate in Fayetteville, with average annual temperatures in the upper 50s to lower 60s and occasional spikes into the 80s and 90s during the summer months. During the warmer seasons, renters can experience high levels of humidity, as well as sudden rain showers throughout much of the year.

Renting in Fayetteville, AR

As a college town, Fayetteville’s rental market is versatile, so renters can find plenty of apartments, houses, townhomes and condos to rent. Most rentals are one- or two-bedroom apartments around the university campus. Alternatively, renters looking for more space can find many rentals with more than three bedrooms located in the central and western parts of town, further away from the campus. Rent prices depend on the amenities included, with most rentals having basic and some luxury amenities. Note that, when you rent in Fayetteville, you may be required to provide a refundable security deposit no higher than two months’ rent. Landlords should provide written notice for at least one rental period before increasing the rent. Some rents may include utilities, although the lease agreement should state the responsibility for their payment.

Shopping in Fayetteville, AR

Renters will enjoy the benefits of being close to multiple shopping options. For instance, Northwest Arkansas Mall is a popular indoor shopping mall with numerous clothing brands available, including Victoria’s Secret, Forever 21, Spencers, American Eagle and Maurices. Spring Creek Centre is also popular among renters, although it’s mainly home to big-box retailers and food chains. Additionally, Fayetteville’s downtown is home to a wide variety of shops and boutiques selling clothes, shoes and home goods. As a local chain, renters have several Walmart stores in the city where they can buy groceries, as well as Target, Whole Foods Market, The Home Depot and Dollar Tree. Renters can also find smaller vendors, a year-round farmers’ market and discount stores throughout the city.

Transportation in Fayetteville, AR

Fayetteville has a well-developed road network and an excellent public transit system so renters can get around the city easily. Otherwise, Fayetteville renters who commute to other areas by car can use multiple roads to reach surrounding areas, including Interstate 49, U.S. highways 62 and 71, and several state roads that pass through the city. For public transportation, renters rely on Ozark Regional Transit, which has several bus lines running throughout the county. If you prefer to travel on two wheels, Fayetteville also has an extensive network of bike paths that crisscross the city and connect popular areas like downtown and the university campus. Multiple ridesharing companies, like Uber and Lyft, offer on-demand rides throughout the city and into neighboring towns. Finally, the city is 25 miles from the Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, which provides access to national destinations. Or, for international travel, the nearest airport is Kansas City International Airport.

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